Calvert K-9 Search Team Inc

The majority of Calvert K-9 Search Teams time is spent training both the canines and the members to be ready to execute a search mission This includes all facets of dog and handler training to conduct search operations starting at the basic building blocks of dog handler interactions specific canine search technique training steps and advanced dog training. Training culminates in independent National Association of Search and Rescue NASAR testing certification followed by long term training to maintain proficiency. Both the individual members and team as a whole also train in search technique skills search management victim behavior and effectively working within the Incident Command System structure. All members are also independently tested and certified by NASAR. The end result is a professionally trained volunteer search and rescue canine team ready to save lives

In 2024 we additionally provided 9 Community Education awareness trainings and dog demos on how to avoid getting lost and what to do to help search teams find you if you have become lost

Misc expenses of $2619; including acquiring $600 of human remains for dog training.